Brynna Road, DESIGN AND ACCESS STATEMENT March 2021 CONTENTS 00 PAGE

Prepared by: Jamie Donegan Address: The Urbanists, The Creative Quarter, 8A Morgan Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AF, Email: [email protected] Website: www.theurbanists.net 01 INTRODUCTION 04

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Produced By: INTRODUCTION THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING PRINCIPLES: RESPONSE INTRODUCTION When one of the 7 goals for a well-being and the 6 principles for Plancemaking is addressed throughout this Design and Access Statement (DAS) it 01 is highlighted in a text box and an explanation of how it has been addressed is provided. 01

1.1 PROJECT BRIEF 1.2 DOCUMENT AIMS & OBJECTIVES 1.3 DOCUMENT STRUCTURE

The Urbanists was commissioned to prepare an framework masterplan and This Design and Access Statement (DAS) forms part of the outline The structure and content of this Statement has been prepared in Design and Access Statement to support an outline planning application planning application material for land south of Brynna Road in Brynna accordance with the Regulatory requirements as set out in TAN 12: Design for land south of Brynna Road (referred to in this document as ‘the site’) (the Site). The applicant is Estate of G.T Davies and Son. This DAS (March 2016) as well as planning applications guidance on design and in Brynna, . The outline planning application is for a residential describes the background to the project and summarises the extensive access statements and best practice guidance including Future Wales and development of up to 130 dwellings with associated public open space. design process and considerations that have been taken into account in Placemaking Wales. It includes the following Sections: The site covers an area of 6.8 hectares and principally comprises open developing the proposal ensuring a strong sense of character and place pasture land. whilst also positively contributing towards and nature. Section 1: Introduction - The Introduction explains the background information relevant to the project and sets out the overall vision for the This document has been informed by a number of studies which examine development whilst providing an overview of its legislative context. the site and its context with regard to highways and transportation, ecology, flood risk and drainage, ground conditions and utilities. It draws Section 2: Context Appraisal - The Context Appraisal illustrates the wider from the following related documents: setting of the development in terms of transport and movement, access to amenities, its landscape setting as well as the built form and urban fabric • Preliminary Ecological Appraisal in the surrounding areas.

• Transport Statement Section 3: Site Appraisal - The site appraisal gives an overview of the site’s specific constraints and opportunities in relation to the proposed • Coal Mining Risk Assessment development.

• Drainage Strategy Report Section 4: Design - This section explains the key considerations and guiding principles that have informed the development proposal whilst at The Well-being of Future Generation’s Goals the same time giving an indication of a potential development layout.

Historic stone Cottages on Danygraig Rd

Placemaking Wales Principles

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1.4 PLANNING CONTEXT

This section of the DAS provides an overview of the national and local Planning History Overview policy context relevant to the proposed development. A more detailed examination of key policy considerations can be found within the A search of the RCTCBC online planning database has identified that The comprehensive review of the planning policy context for the site and • The site is located in close proximity to the Strategic allocation • The applicant has submitted the site for consideration as part of the accompanying Planning Statement. the site itself has been the subject of two historical minor planning the development proposed presents a number of clear conclusions, as in the LDP suggesting a synergy between the developments could Candidate Sites assessment process in March 2021 demonstrating applications, as shown below. There have also been several recent follows: be achieved with residents benefitting from the provision of services the commitment to delivering the scheme and the robust nature of the Key Planning Policy planning applications of relevance in the surrounding area. planned under the strategic allocation; planning proposals on the site. • PPW sets out a presumption in favour of sustainable development and The current Development Plan for the area comprises the Rhondda Cynon Further details of these applications are also set out in the table below: recognises the contribution of housing to community regeneration and • The site does not fall under any key constraints or designations which Taf Council (RCTCBC) Local Development Plan (LDP) social inclusion; would restrict its development; which was adopted in 2011 and sets out how the County Borough will be • Erection of One Domestic Dwelling - Site of Hendrewen, Brynna Road, developed over 15 years up to 2021. The LDP contains detained policies , Pontyclun - Approved - (ref. 05/0670/10). • The site lies within the settlement boundary of Llanharan which is • Despite the revocation of TAN 1 resulting in a lack of 5-year housing which control the form of new development and it is used as the basis in identified as a key settlement in the LDP; land supply not representing a material consideration in favour of new • Erection of One Detached Domestic Dwelling - Hendrewen, Brynna the determination of planning applications. development, national planning policy continues to emphasise the Road, Brynna, Llanharan, Pontyclun - Approved - (ref. 04/0996/10). • The site itself is allocated within the LDP as a non-strategic residential urgent need to allocate and bring forward land in sustainable locations The following policies are considered to be relevant to the proposals: allocation suggesting that the principle of the development of the site for residential development; • Residential Development Including New Access (Amended Detail is acceptable and encouraged at this location; • Policy SSA10 Housing Allocations; 15/07/16) - Hendrewen, Brynna Road, Brynna, Pontyclun, CF72 9QE - • Policy AW 8 Protection and Enhancement of the Natural Environment; Approved - (ref. 15/1203/13).

• Policy SSA 13 Housing Development within Settlement Boundaries; • Reserved Matters application for 5 dwellings and associated highway • Policy CS 2 Development in the South; and landscaping works - Phase 2, Brynna House, Brynna Woods, Brynna - Approved - (ref. 15/1305/16). • Policy CS 5 Affordable Housing; • Policy AW 1 Supply of New Housing; • Residential development – reserved matters approval for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale pursuant to Outline Permission • Policy AW 2 Sustainable Locations; 07/0042/13 - Phase 1, Land at Brynna Woods, Brynna - Approved - • Policy AW 5 New Development; (ref. 09/0328/16). • Policy AW 6 Design and Placemaking; • Full reserved matters for Phase 1 (Housing Development) - Land at • Policy AW8 Protection and Enhancement of the Natural Environment; Brynna Woods, Brynna, Pontyclun - Approved - (ref. 08/1140/16). • Policy SSA 6 Development in the Key Settlement of Llanharan; • Proposed Residential Development (Outline Application) - Land at • Policy SSA 11 Housing Density; Hendrewen. Brynna Road, Llanharan, Pontyclun - Approved - (ref. • Policy SSA 12 Affordable Housing; and. 01/2471/13).

• Policy SSA13 Housing Development within Settlement Boundaries.

Open space and home at land at Brynna Woods development View from Brynna Road over site

6 7 INTRODUCTION THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: LOCATION The final design proposal includes trees and hedge planting to be incorporated into streets and open spaces in order to create a high quality, green setting for new homes and creating a suitable transition from the woodland. Whilst this aids in softening the landscape and create an aesthetically 01 pleasing setting it will also contribute towards net biodiversity and offsetting CO2 emissions.

1.5 SUMMARY OF PROPOSALS

Outline planning permission for up to 130 The proposals will delivers up to 130 high quality dwellings at an Areas of open space are proposed throughout the site, including a linear appropriate mix, including semi-detached, terrace and townhouse styles. green buffer along the northern edge of the site with pedestrian links, two dwellings with informal and formal open space, The proposed houses are set within plots which provide in-curtilage areas of formal open space and linear green buffer along the southern parking and generously sized gardens, and the layout sits comfortably edge. These will provide benefits to future and existing residents in the including LAP, LEAP and formal open space, within the overall built form of the area. These units are at an appropriate vicinity, and will be linked by footpaths and cycleways. associated landscaping and vehicular and scale and density to reflect the character and appearance of the surrounding residential development. Enhancements to the existing buffer along the northern boundary of the site pedestrian accesses off Byrnna Road. All matters are proposed. This will include new native hedges and trees and will buffer Vehicular access is proposed from Brynna Road along the northern edge the impact of Brynna Road on the site and views towards Brynna Road reserved except for principal means of access. of the site. Pedestrian and cycle access is also proposed to be taken from from within the site. Retention of the existing tree stock with complementary Brynna Road at the new Site access, with an additional pedestrian links new planting will enable the development to successfully integrate with the being located along the eastern and southern boundaries of the site onto woodland to the south. Maywood, the disused railway and woodland to the south. Ensuring that pedestrian connectivity is achieved forms a key part of the proposals, with A number of ecological enhancements are also proposed, including the a network of pedestrian footpaths are proposed to run throughout the site enrichment of existing planting on site with new native hedges and trees and to provide key linkages to surrounding areas and amenities. throughout the site. In conjunction with the retention and green setback from the spring that runs through the south eastern corner of the site, the proposals represent a realistic opportunity for ecological net gain to be achieved.

Illustrative Masterplan

Illustrative Site Section

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2.1 SITE LOCATION

Wider Context Local Context

The village of Brynna is located in , close to the border As shown here, the site is located fairly centrally within Brynna and in of County Borough. The village sits between Llanharan and close proximity to Llanharan, to the south of Brynna Road and to the . Llanharan is closest and is well served by rail, bus and road. north of Brynna Woods. The site is within a walkable distance to both village centres. The historic core of Llanharan and the railway station is Brynna is located approximately 2.5 miles to the north east of Pencoed, 7 approximately 1 mile east of the site, approximately 20 minutes walk. miles north east of Bridgend and less than 5 miles west of . The The centre of Brynna is within a mile of the site, and the primary school closest junction to the M4 is at Pencoed, providing easy access to South at the western edge of the settlement which can also be reached within Wales. With Llanharan being a reasonably large village, the site benefits approximately 20 minutes walk. from being adjacent to an established residential community. It is with easy walking distance of a wide range of services and facilities including the To the west of the site is an existing Public Right of Way which follows following: two primary schools, a convenience store, shops, community the site boundary, linking the village of Brynna to Brynna Woods and hall, two pubs, churches, recreation grounds, park, Brynna Woods, a Llanharan Marsh. Brynna Woods and Llanharan Marsh comprises of 38ha railway stations, and a post office. of secondary, and some ancient, semi-natural woodland, scrub, marshy grassland, dry grassland and ruderal habitats. The wildlife reserve, The site is situated to the south of Brynna Road, at the central part of the managed by The Wildlife Trust and the local community council, offer two settlement, providing direct vehicular linkages to the east and the west via circular walks along a network of informal pathways, Public Rights of Way the A473, which in turn connects to both the M4 and the A470 at . and a Bridleway. Brynna Road offers bus stops, with connections to , Llantrisant, Royal Hospital, Pontyclun, Pencoed and Bridgend. The popular walks pass through the woodland, meadow and alongside tributaries of the Ewenni Fach which runs East-West. A section of disused Llanharan railway station is less than 1 mile walk from the site, providing railway line defines the southern boundary of the site creating an informal direct connections to Cardiff in the East and Bridgend in the West. walking route. Where this route is in cutting, in the central section, a bridge can be found connecting the site to Brynna Woods. This accessible natural Bridgend is located approximately 7 miles to the southwest of the site and green space offers health and wellbeing benefits to the local community, provides a range of amenities and services and employment opportunities. Site Area and a traffic free walking route to the local allotments, parks and Llanharan Railway Rugby Club, as well as the railway station and village centres themselves. Train Station Green Spaces Brycae and Dolau are separated from Brynna and Llanharan by the railway Settlement line, however two pedestrian connections via pathways described above, Roads are found to the south west and south east of the site. The edge of the Main Watercourses proposed new community at Parc Llanilid is shown in the south west. Approved Development Scheme

Wider Context Plan Immediate Context Plan

10 11 CONTEXT THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: COHESIVE WALES CONTEXT Analytical work undertaken to inform this design proposal and summarised within the DAS recognises the pattern of uses and activities within a APPRAISAL 3km radius including community facilities / local services and the key active travel links between them and the site. Through identifying the existing APPRAISAL 02 features of the site and the wider area the design proposals will be able to link well into their context and enhance these features for the benefit of 02 new and existing residents.

2.2 LOCAL AMENITIES AND FACILITIES

The site is in an sustainable location for residential development, with many Health opportunities to travel by priavte-car modes to a range of essential and The High Corner Pub, Llanharan Royal Glamorgan Hospital everyday destinations. The plan opposite shows the site is located within The site is well connected by public transport and road links to various close proximity to a number of key local amenities including a primary healthcare facilities. Llanharan Surgery is 800m to the south-east of the school, community centre, Post Office as well as local retail, hospitality site, and can be reached in 10 minutes walking. Additional GP practices and leisure facilities. Pedestrian catchment guidance specified in the TA and dental practices can be found in Pencoed, approximately 4km away, illustrates that a range of key services and amenities can be accessed from they can be accessed via bus, rail or car. There is a pharmacy located the site. These include Ysgol Gynradd Brynnau Primary School, Llanharan within Llanharan Village Centre. School, Brynna Community Centre, Llanharan Surgery, local convenience The nearest hospital to the site providing accident and emergency facilities stores, he High Corner and Mountain Hare public houses, and a large play is the Royal Glamorgan Hospital in Llantrisant, 5 miles to the east, an area, MUGA and skate park at the junction of Chapel Road and Hillside accessible by car or public transport. The Princess of Wales Hospital in Avenue. Bridgend is approximately 7 miles to the south-west. The nearest bus stops to the site are located on Brynna Road, immediately adjacent to the site. Pairs of bus stops can be found along the northern boundary opposite Hillcrest in the west and Meadow Rise in the east. The Education 404 & 64 services connects the site to Pontpridd, Llantrisant, , Pencoed and Bridgend hourly between 7am and 11pm, thereby making There are a number of educational establishments located in close travel by public transport a real alternative to travelling by car for recreation proximity to the site. Llanharan Primary School is located approximately , Talbot Green Brynna Primary School trips. 950 metres to the east of the site, and is accessible in 12 minutes on foot. Furthermore, Brynna Primary School is located approximately 800m, 0r 9 Llanharan train station is located less than a mile to the south east minutes walk to the west of the site. Ysgol Gynradd Dolau Primary School of the site, with direct walking links making the station accessible in is a bi-lingual school that serves the area, located in Dolau, directly south approximately and is accessible in approximately 17 minutes on foot. of the site. The school can be access via all weather walkways on foot, Services are offered throughout the day to Bridgend and Cardiff. The travel approximately 26minutes walk. Y Pant secondary school in Talbot Green; time to Cardiff is 19 minutes, and 10 minutes to Bridgend on the Maesteg and Pencoed Comprehensive School are the nearest secondary schools. to Chepstow line. Bridgend College also has a campus in Pencoed. Additionally, Pencoed has a Library, providing further educational opportunities and can be It is therefore demonstrated that the application site is in a highly accessed via public transport from the site. accessible location for sustainable modes of transport. Site Area Approved Development Scheme Food Retail Railway Green Space Post Office Train Station Woodland Community Centre Nearby bus stops Primary School GP Settlement Place of Worship Play space Roads Food/Drink/hospitality Pitches Main Watercourses General Retail Rugby Club Brynna Woods Llanharan Train Station Local Amenities and Facilities Plan

12 13 CONTEXT THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: RESILIENT WALES CONTEXT THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: MOVEMENT The design proposal is informed through the understanding of the context that identifies opportunities for design as well as constraints. Baseline Identification of existing PROWs and National Cycle Routes has informed the design proposals ensuring they tie into the existing network and APPRAISAL studies of the site and its immediate context identified opportunities to support local economies and capitalise on employment opportunities in the APPRAISAL provide new routes within the site helping reinforce and enhance the existing movement network; creating good connections to key destinations and 02 local area through the delivery of new homes that will grow the local communities. 02 promoting active travel along routes with low levels of vehicular traffic.

2.3 PROW AND CYCLE ROUTES

Employment and Retail There are a number of Public Rights of Way (PRoW) in the vicinity of the site , most notably the routes joining to and providing recreational walking A number of key shops and services, including small local convenience and riding routes through Brynna Woods and Marshes. Although there are stores can be found in Brynna and Llanharan’s village centre, both no PRoW on the site, one skirts the western boundary connecting to the accessible within an acceptable walking distance of the site. Further retail Woodland. The former Meiros Colliery line defines the southern boundary including a Co-op and Greggs are located in Bryncae to the south. that is used as an informal walking route, and features a historic bridge over it providing further pedestrian access to the Woodland and beyond. The site lies approximately 4 kilometres to the north-east of Pencoed Town Centre, while Talbot Green, Pontyclun and Llantrisant are between 5 and The routes through the wood give more direct access to both Brynna 7km to the east of the site. Primary School in the west and Llanharan village centre in the east , although these routes are likely to be muddy. An all weather walking path Pencoed has a Co-op and Tesco Express, while Talbot Green offers large from Bethlehem View off Chapel Road provides a significantly more direct retail parks including ALDI, Tesco Extra and M&S, and large areas of route to Llanharan Railway Station, Llanharan RFC and Bryncae. warehouse, distribution and manufacturing. The Royal Glamorgan Hospital is also a large employer in the area. Pencoed can be accessed in an Further Public Rights of Way connects the site to a network of paths and 14-minute bus ride, while Talbot Green is accessible via a 30 minute bus tracks through the open countryside to the north. Accessed via Meadow Bridgend Town Centre Glamorgan Retail Park, Llantrisant ride. Rise, these routes connect local farms and hamlet, and towards the Taff Ely Ridgeway Walk. Further large employment zones and retail facilities are found in Bridgend and Cardiff, which can be accessed by direct rail service in less than half an hour.

Site Area Railway Roads Watercourse Public Right of Way Bridleway Taff Ely Ridgeway walk

PROW Routes Plan

McArthur Glen, Bridgend Local shops, Llanharan Bridge over the former railway line adjacent

14 15 CONTEXT THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: IDENTITY CONTEXT An analysis of the existing built environment of Brynna, and the wider extended settlement of Llanharan and Brycae has been conducted to provide APPRAISAL inspiration and to help create a locally appropriate development. The analysis has helped ensure that the development integrates with and responds APPRAISAL 02 to the local context and responds to the grain of the locality. 02

2.4 LOCAL CHARACTER

The character study is divided into the following analytical headings: to the site comprises primarily semi-detached and detached dwellings • Urban Form generally located between 3 and 5 metres from the back of pavement. Front gardens are primarily laid as a mix of lawn and paved driveways. • Building / Plot Form • Car Parking The immediate context features streets with a moderate sense of • Open Spaces enclosure, with buildings primarily of 2 storeys, with the homes on the • Details and Materials upper side of the slope often standing a metre above street level.

Car Parking Urban Form In the historic parts of the village is mainly on street. The estates built in Brynna and Llanharan developed around the collieries at Brynna Woods the post-war period accommodate cars off-street, primarily in between and later at Llanharan North and South. The villages developed as clusters dwellings. Later development has a mix of on-plot parking both in front of of traditional Welsh terraces around cross roads and nodes that defined and behind the building line. the centre of each hamlet. Open Spaces Until the post-war period, Brynna, Llanharan and Bryncae were small Traditional stone cottage with slate roof within Llanharan’s conservation area 19th Century semi-detached dwellings faced in local stone with buff brick details Chalet bungalows clad in a mix of render and stone effect adjacent the site Detached properties to the west accommodate parking to the front individual hamlets. During the post-war period, primarily the 1950s and Local amenity spaces include a large play area, multi-use games area, 1960s, and also 1980s and 1990s the settlement experienced a period of skate park and kick about space further east along Brynna Road (approx significant growth. Areas of development generally comprised a number of 500m). There are further play facilities, pitches and a community hall of cul-de-sacs arranged in linear form along Brynna Road between Llanharan Church Street, 800m west of the site. Brynna Woods, opposite the site, and Brynna, then later South along Bridgend Road toward Bryncae. provides an important amenity space for the whole community.

The growth was typical of development from this period, principally Details And Materials consisting of estates of semi-detached dwellings laid out on streets that respond to local topography. Brynna, Llanharan and Bryncae have Development within Brynna and Llanharan demonstrates the change in continued to grow, with infill development along Brynna Road and building material over the years. Traditionally buildings were built from Bridgend Road. local stone with brick quoins and window surrounds, and slate roofs.

Building / Plot Form Early twentieth century development comprises a mix of pebble dash and rough cast render, reconstituted stone cladding, and hanging Plot size and built form varies within the settlement. The historic cores tiles common on chalet bungalow types. Later 20th and 21st century are most dense, comprising terraced properties with short front gardens development is mostly made up of buff and red brick, while some more forming a strong street frontage. recent developments feature more contextually appropriate choice of colours, including, render, stone, pale grey bricks and wood cladding. The 20th century development commonly comprises semi-detached and

detached properties, with larger front gardens. This type of development is Landscape within medium sized front gardens offer street greening Traditional stone boundary wall with pier caps and cast iron gate Boundaries are defined by low stone walls, brick walls, some with cast iron Detached houses to the north west of the site are a mix of red and buff brick More recent development utilises a more contextual mix of local materials of lower density with more generous gardens. The development adjacent railings and hedgerows.

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2.5 DESIGN REFERENCES

A summary of the character analysis is set out below: Open Space

Urban Form The development should provide a mix of formal and informal public open space, as well as equipped children’s play areas in a accessible, central There should be a strong relationship between the development and the and well-surveyed location. street, with both streets and public open space to be well overlooked. Brynna Woods and wetlands offers an attractive circular route as well as The development should create frontage to both Brynna Road and direct walking connections to a variety of destinations. Proposals should Brynna Woods, and ensure that new properties do not overlook the rear create a sensitive green transition between the development and this wild gardens of existing residents. space through the creation of a green buffer. This open space should be designed to include opportunities for formal play and informal recreation, The proposed development should adopt a varied approach to building as well as create new habitats and nurture biodiversity. set-back so as to provide interest and changing street scenes with some streets having large set-backs and landscaped front gardens, and other Easy access for all should be a priority with traffic-free, or low traffic foot/ buildings set closer to the back of pavement, particularly where adjacent cycle links through neighbourhood and linking into the existing network of to open spaces. foot and cycle paths. Contemporary interpretation of traditional Welsh vernacular with box bay windows Split-level detached properties, with the ground floor raised to counter slope Traditional stone wall roots the modern Architecture into the context Hedgerows create a soft transition between the public and private realms Building Form and Plots Details And Materials

The development should predominantly 2 storeys with 3 storeys for split- Walls: Render should predominate with the opportunity to incorporate level units. some brick, stone and timber detailing.

Building form should respond to the context, and primarily comprise of Roof: Pitches are generous and include gables to fronts and sides. Roofs semi-detached dwellings, with some terraced properties to offer variety are predominantly tiled in grey plain or pan tiles. and choice. A density of 35-45dph, would both make best use of the convenient and sustainable location, while offering both family housing Curtilage: Boundary planting, hedgerows and low walls with railings are with good sized gardens, and smaller properties to meet local needs. predominant, with some low stone walls in key locations.

Car parking Details: Bay or box windows with stone or timber surrounds; defined lintels and window surrounds of a contrasting material; and deep window Car parking should be created in a way that is sensitively integrated into and door reveals all create visual richness, robustness and an impression the street scene and has consideration to the local topography. of a depth of construction.

For smaller terraced properties, there is potential to provide small areas courtyard parking. For semi-detached properties, parking is best placed between buildings and within landscaped zones to the front of properties. Where the topography is steeper, there is potential to utilise integrated Gable fronted properties that feature smooth cast render and stone cladding Contemporary scheme to the west of Brynna Woods uses natural materials Careful landscaping of front gardens ensure parking areas do not dominate Driveway featured a mix of boundary treatments, including traditional railings garages to help overcome slope and minimise build up.

18 19 SITE SITE THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: RESILIENT WALES Through analysing the site and understanding the features of the site, including its topography and areas at risk of flooding, the design proposal is APPRAISAL APPRAISAL able to effectively integrate a well-design ‘green’ sustainable drainage systems to manage surface water, flood risk and significant changes in rainfall 03 03 providing strong natural flood resilience for the scheme.

KEY

Site boundary Photo Location

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View south towards southern site boundary and woodland showing the sites slope and view towards Bryncae 3.1 SITE DESCRIPTION

The site comprises approximately 6.8 hectares of land, made up one large rectangular shaped field divided by a spring in the south eastern corner of the site. The site is bordered by woodland to the south and hedgerows along the northern and eastern boundaries.

The northern edge of the site abuts Brynna Road and wraps along a warehouse and two properties. Properties along Chapel Hill and Chaple Hill Close defined the eastern edge of the site and is densly vegitated in places. The site’s western boundary is formed primarily of residential properties along Maywood. The southern boundary of the site is defied by the woodland.

Access to the site is currently via an existing track from Maywood to the west and off of Brynna Road to the north east. 03 04

The topography of the site slopes from north to south down to the woodland View north east from south western corner of the site View east across the site to the south eastern corner and is serve in places.

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View of towards Brynna Road from the south of the site showing the northern edge Existing tree and vegetation encroaching further into the site Photo Location Plan

20 21 SITE SITE THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: RESILIENT WALES Through identifying the existing public right of way network in the surrounding context the design proposal for the site can facilitate better access and 03APPRAISAL 03 APPRAISAL connectivity; improving the local communities physical and mental well-being and allowing better choices and behaviours that can benefit health.

3.2 SITE ACCESS AND MOVEMENT KEY Key Surrounding Roads Existing Access B Bus Stop PROW

Vehicle Access and Movement Pedestrian and Cyclists Access and Movement

There are two existing vehicular access points into the site, one from Two pedestrian links coinciding with the vehicular access points can be Brynna Road, currently a driveway serving a warehouse and two homes, provided between the site and Brynna Road, allowing good access to the and one from Maywood. Brynna Road is three carriageways wide between bus stops, as well as Llanharan and Brynna village centres which is located 9.0 and 9.4 metres, with footways either side of around 1.2- 1.5 metres on approximately 2km (about 20 minutes walk) to the east and west. its southern side and an approximately 1.6 to 1.8 metres footway along its northern side. It benefits from street lighting and is subject to a 30mph There are three potential points to link onto existing PROW network to the speed limit. south of the site within the woodlands, which will help improve access to this green asset for existing residents in Brynna. A vehicular access to serve development can be provided via a new B junction on Brynna Road, utilising the most level point between the road Brynna Road Public Transport Access and the site. The layout of this access could encourage vehicles on Brynna B The nearest bus stops to the site are located at Brynna Road to the north Road to travel more slowly. An emergency access point, also providing of the site approximately 130 metres from the centre of the site (around a 2 access for pedestrians and cyclists, could be provided along the western minute walk) consisting of a bus lay-bys and shelters. There are additional edge of the site onto Maywood if required. bus stops further east and west along Brynna Road. Western bus stop on Brynna Road Eastern bus stop on Brynna Road

Maywood The most accessible train station to the site is Llanharan which is situated approximately 850 metres from the centre of the site, approximately a 15-minute walk, or a 2-minute bus journey.

Site Access off Maywood Site Access and Movement Plan Llanharan Local Centre Llanharan Train Station

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KEY

Flood Risk from Surface Water & Small Watercourses - High

Flood Risk from Surface Water & Small 3.3 TOPOGRAPHY 3.4 FLOOD RISK AND DRAINAGE Watercourses - Low

The sloping topography is a defining characteristic of the site, sloping Flooding from Land north south towards the disused railway within the edge of the woodland, located parallel to the southern site boundary. The levels within the central Not applicable due to surface water management within the proposed to western portion of the site is comparatively gradual to the most eastern drainage strategy leading to detail design. Proposed external ground portion of the site where the level become more severe The highest point formation/levels must form appropriate informal overland flow routes within in the site is in the north eastern corner and the lowest points are in both the landscaping and external area design to safely transfer any flood water the south western and eastern corners of the site. away from the proposed buildings and any other existing premises.

The level changes between Brynna Road and the site is sudden in places It is noted on flood mapping that there is a localised Low to High risk of but levels out towards the centre of the site. surface water/small water course flooding present in the southwest corner on the land. This will have to be investigated further to ensure flow paths are maintained as part of any proposed development at Approval of Reserved Matters stage.

Flooding from Groundwater

Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Site Investigations are yet to be undertaken. If groundwater is struck during these site investigations and/ or excavations, suitable measures shall be undertaken to protect proposed and existing premises from this potential flood risk from this source.

Flooding from Sewers

Not applicable due to foul and surface water management within drainage design. Notwithstanding blockage or catastrophic failure of drainage systems upstream of development site resulting in overland flows not being contained within kerb upstand heights, surface gradients, etc.

Where possible, floor levels will be kept above the level of the relevant adjacent roads and drives.

Site Surface Water Flood Risk Plan

View looking west across the site showing the slope across the site Site Topography Plan

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KEY

Broad-leaved scattered tree Broad-leaved woodland, semi-natural

Hedge with trees, native species-rich Scrub, dense/continuous

Fence Marshy grassland 3.5 ECOLOGY Wall Bare ground

Key Issues Two bat emergence/re-entry surveys will be required at the onsite building Invertebrates - If grassland and ephemeral/short perennial habitat onsite which has suitable bat access features. Additionally, a static bat detector cannot be retained then the development should incorporate a wildflower The development may result in impacts on wildlife and habitats affecting should be deployed inside the building after each night-time survey, to grassland area that would include species typical in species-rich the following protected species: record bat activity on 10 consecutive nights to determine if and how bats grassland. are using the structure. • Amphibians (during their terrestrial phase) Badgers/otter – As these species may occasionally commute to offsite Reptile surveys will be required. A translocation of reptiles may be required habitat via the site, all excavation works should be covered overnight. If • Badger depending on the number of reptiles and species found onsite and if this is not possible, a ramp should be placed in the excavations to ensure any suitable habitat can be retained. The need for translocation will be that they can escape and not become trapped. All chemicals (e.g. fuel, • Bats (roosting and foraging) confirmed once the surveys are completed. diesel etc.) are to be removed from site each day or stored in a secure • Hazel dormouse lockable container overnight. Surveys undertaken on a nearby project found dormouse to be present • Hedgehog within linked habitat in proximity of the site. Instead of undertaking the If habitats suitable for nesting birds are to be removed (scrub and trees), dormouse surveys, dormouse presence onsite will be assumed and a then woody vegetation clearance should take place outside of the bird • Nesting birds dormouse protected species licence will be required from NRW before nesting season. In the event that clearance work has to be undertaken woody vegetation clearance can be undertaken. during the nesting season (generally from 1st March until 31st August, View along Southern boundary • Reptiles although birds are known to nest outside of these dates in suitable A precautionary working approach will be required, and method statement conditions), a nesting bird check will be required; carried out by a suitably • Otter should followed when clearing the grassland and scrub onsite as these qualified person. Active nests should be protected by a suitable buffer, as are suitable to support reptiles, amphibians during their terrestrial phase, directed by the ecologist, until the young have fledged, as confirmed by Recommendations and hedgehogs. This will involve a two staged, directional strim using hand the ecologist. tools only and under the supervision of an ecologist. The existing onsite habitat of ecological importance should be retained Bird and bat boxes should be incorporated into the final design (numbers to ensure that habitats and species that rely on them are not adversely Dark corridors around the boundary of the site should be maintained and designs of boxes can be advised when the proposed development affected by the development. Native species of local provenance will be to ensure nocturnal species such as bats, dormice, otter, badger, and has been finalised) to compensate for the loss of nesting/roosting habitat used for any new planting on the site. hedgehogs are not adversely affected by artificial light. and as enhancement. Bat activity surveys will be required to determine how bats are using the A lighting plan will be required demonstrating consideration for bats with To help increase biodiversity onsite post-works, the incorporation of site. dark flight lines maintained. sustainable drainage systems (SUDs) such as water features, ponds or raingardens, into the design would benefit a range of wildlife, especially Aerial or night-time bat surveys of a small number of onsite ash and oak Hedgehog - Gaps (13cm x13cm) should be left at the bases of all onsite when planted up with native pond plants such as marsh marigold, water trees that have high suitability for bats due to the presence of potential fences/walls including site boundaries to allow passage of hedgehogs forget-me-not, rushes, and ragged robin. roost features (PRF) (if these trees cannot be retained). across the site. Waxcaps – Translocation of an area of grassland (topsoil and soil) will be required to an agreed area onsite to ensure that an area of View towards eastern edge Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Plan habitat suitable to support waxcaps is retained.

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3.6 HIGHWAYS AND ACCESS 3.7 ARBORICULTURAL IMPACTS 3.8 HERITAGE

This application is supported by a Transport Statement, which has been The Transport Statement notes that the site is accessible by a choice of Measures such as the proposed street hierarchy, the natural surveillance Existing trees can be found along the site’s north western fringe, to the The Historic Wales Portal map shows that there are no heritage prepared by Corun Transport Consultants. The Transport Statement sustainable modes of transport and that the site is, therefore, compliant provided by offsetting the development from Brynna Road and features east of the site and along the southern bounder of the site adjoining the designations within the site itself. To note, there are two historic assets analyses the location and accessibility of the site and the proposed with the aspirations of both local and national planning policy. In fact, as such as traffic-calming measures will contribute to maximising the site’s Brynna Woods. There are no Tree Protection Order (TPO) details available to the east of the site: Hendre-wen Farmhouse (Coflein) and Hendrewen development in terms of access, street layout, parking provision and trip outlined in this planning statement, it is evident that there are a good range potential and providing integration with the surrounding highways context on the council website yet the pre-application response (Reference: House (Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust). generation. of services and facilities near to the site offering education, shopping, in line with Policy AW 5 (New Development). The proposed development GD/18/5033/41) did not identify any trees subject to TPOs. Notwithstanding leisure and community opportunities. These can be accessed from the site site is accessible to pedestrians and cyclists and is well connected to the this, however, the proposed development will ensure to protect and retain An important consideration for the scheme has been the provision of a by walking, cycling or by public transport. In addition to this, the proposed existing active transport network. Furthermore, a safe and appropriate existing trees as outlined in the Design and Access Statement which new access to the site from Brynna Road. As outlined in the Transport masterplan emphasises a strong pedestrian and cycleway connection. access, that meets current design standards, can be provided to the site accompanies the submission. It must be noted that the Local Planning Statement, which accompanies this application, vehicular access into the For example, pedestrian links will be provided to improve the connectivity from Brynna Road. Authority have not requested a Tree Survey at pre-application stage. site will be taken from Brynna Road, approximately 50m west of Meadow between the site and surrounding context by maximising the potential of Rise, which is served via a right turn lane arrangement. Whilst the exact the Public Rights of Way that are situated within close proximity of the site Overall, it is considered that the application site meets planning policy geometry of the access will be determined following consultation with RCT to the north and south. In this way, the development seeks to maximise requirements, as set out in Policy CS2 (Development in the South) and

Highways, it is likely that the form of the access is likely to be identical to opportunities to reduce reliance on the car as encouraged by Policy AW 5 AW5 (New Development) in terms of being in an appropriate, sustainable the Meadow Rise Access therefore consisting of a right turn lane formed (New Development). location that is safely accessible by all forms of transport and that the within the existing central hatched area. impacts of the development on the continued operation and safety of the The estimated traffic generation of the proposed development would surrounding highway network would be acceptable. Although the detailed design of the site’s internal layout is a reserved not have a detrimental impact to the safe operation of the surrounding matter, the alignment of the road and turning areas at the ends of the highway network. This approach fulfils the aspirations of Policy AW5 (New cul-de-sac sections will be designed to accommodate the manoeuvring Development) which states that new development must have safe access of refuse vehicles. Street lighting will be provided and, as shown on the to the highway network and not cause traffic congestion or exacerbate proposed masterplan, legibility and permeability will be promoted through existing congestion in an area. the medium of this development. It must also be noted that the proposed development will provide crucial pedestrian and cycle infrastructure within the site to encourage walking and cycling. This approach is in line with Policy CS 2 (Development in the South) which notes the importance of reducing reliance on the private car and promoting sustainable forms of transport.

Brynna Road View south towards southern site boundary and woodland showing the sites slope and view towards Bryncae

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B Brynna Road 3.9 OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS B

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The following points are the main constraints and opportunities that have Broad-leaved scattered tree been identified for the site, based on the assessment of the site and its context: Hedge with trees, native species-rich

• Opportunity for site access to be formed at the most level position • Layout needs to respond to drain and sewer pipe run through the Fence between the site and Brynna Road, creating a simple T-junction. centre of the site. Wall • Woodland planting and POS along the southern boundary offers a • Existing opportunities to link onto Maywood and PROW along disused Broad-leaved woodland, semi-natural railway. high amenity space and should therefore be overlooked with new street frontage. Scrub, dense/continuous • Trees and groups of vegetation in the eastern corner of the site to be retained where possible. • Opportunity to enhance boundary planting to create a net gain for Marshy grassland biodiversity and integrate the development within its setting. • Surface water flooding easement adjacent to surface water floodrisk Bare ground free of development. • Development needs to work with topography across the site. Water Main • Opportunity for a surface water attenuation feature to form part of the • Opportunity to orientate properties to capitalise on views from the site Sewer Pipe design for the green buffer along the southern edge of the site. out over the valley. Site Contours • New more direct access to woodland to the south of the site via • Potential to create an pedestrian-only link and emergency access from existing bridge over disused railway. Maywood. Potential Vehicle Access

• Existing properties along Maywood side on to the site - overlooking and • Site is in close proximity to bus stops and main road linking to local Potential Pedestrian Access privacy will need to be considered. centres. Potential SUDs Location • Level change in eastern portion of site to be free from development. Abutting Existing Properties • Ecological zone in the south eastern of the site to conserve and Disused Railway improve the habitat of local ecology. PROW • Disused railway bounded by hedgerow and trees provides opportunity for ecological spine and traffic-free walking and cycling link. B Bus Stop

Opportunities and Constraints Plan

30 31 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: HEALTHIER WALES DESIGN The design proposal offers a wide range of communal spaces that are visible and clearly defined ensuring a feeling of strong accessibility, safety 04PROPOSALS and ownership to their intended users. The space are also designed to provide a degree of flexibility so can be used for a variety of activities. 04 PROPOSALS

4.1 ILLUSTRATIVE MASTERPLAN

The framework masterplan to the right shows the proposed approach for In summary the masterplan development provides the following: • Provision of two public open spaces centrally within the site with strong the development of the site. The plan achieves up to 130 homes with 3.5ha catchment areas, including a LEAP (Local Equipped Area for Play) and of public open space. • Provision of up to 130 new market and affordable homes close to local LAP (Local Area of Play); services and existing and proposed employment areas; Ecology, landscape and drainage are at the heart of the masterplan and • Integration of Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) through have played important roles in the formation for the final design proposal • Strong accessibility to the adjacent bus stops, Llanharan and Brynna provision of a mixture of swales and attenuation basins; masterplan. Understanding of the sites character and setting has informed town centres and PROW Networks through providing new vehicle and the design decisions within the masterplan and formed the basis of a pedestrian links onto Brynna Road; • Retention, management and enhancement of existing hedgerows responsive development that compliments the local character of the area towards the edge of the site with new hedgerow and tree planting • Development set up around a primary spine road through the centre of and responds sensitively to the landscape context, particularly to the south. across the site to promote biodiversity, integrate the development with the site with secondary and multi-functional streets towards the edges the existing landscape character and offset the loss of any vegetation; The illustrative masterplan is informed by significantly by the site’s sloping of the site forming permeable and legible street hierarchy; topography that effects the entire site, and existing mature vegetation • Creation of a green buffer around the northern and southern site edges • A proposed urban form that achieves an appropriate rural edge and woodland along the southern edge of the site. In response to these that will help mitigate impact on existing homes along Brynna Road through appropriate densities, architectural forms / details and public elements natural buffers have been provided as part with development and existing woodland to the south. realm treatments; proposals with strong natural surveillance where possible to encourage connectivity through the site to the wider landscape. The fabric of the site • A proposed urban form / pattern, architectural detailing and material LAND BUDGET TABLE works with and follows the sites contours creating a scheme that provides pallet that responds to and enhances the surrounding character positive aspects to the south and properties orientate to maximise on the Gross Developable Area 3.3 ha drawing upon the positives attribute of the area; solar path for the site. - Net Developable Area 2.6 ha The development will incorporate a variety in densities and house types to create character areas within the scheme and inform a urban hierarchy Public Open Space (including formal play) 3.4 ha and delivers a high quality development that meets the site and policy - Wooded Area 1.9 ha requirements whilst reflecting with the local context.

Total Site Area 6.7 ha

Illustrative Masterplan

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4.2 ILLUSTRATIVE SITE SECTIONS

Site Section A Site Section B Site Section North Site Section North The topography across the whole site slopes down north to south. The Site Section B illustrates the sudden change in level between Brynna Road site sections on to the right and on the following page illustrates how this and the proposed properties in the north western corner of the site, the proposal intends to work with these levels. levels through the central LAP POS, spine road and properties that over look it and rear garden levels. The last portion of the site sections shows Site Section A illustrates the change in level between Brynna Road and the the transition from the split level unit to the green buffer to the woodland to proposed gateway property, the properties that step down the slope and the south. the split level property that overlooks the spine road, POS and woodland.

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Site Section Location Plan Site Section Location Plan

34 35 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: HEALTHIER WALES DESIGN A pedestrian and cyclist orientated environment is achieved through this design proposal. The movement pattern provides a network of paths PROPOSALS capable of facilitating both pedestrian and cyclist movement throughout the site and vehicle parking is located predominantly to the side of PROPOSALS 04 properties to avoid dominating the public realm. 04

4.3 ACCESS AND MOVEMENT

Vehicle Access and Movement Pedestrians and Cyclists

The sole vehicle access to the proposed development will be taken from Pedestrian connectivity forms an integral part of the development, with Brynna Road, at the north-central point of the site via a new junction a proposed footpath along the northern and southern edges of the site arrangement. This junction arrangement also provides access for with link into the wider street network and achieves better connections pedestrians and cyclists, with potential new pedestrian crossings to enable to the PROW network to the north and south of the site. Key footpaths residents to easily access and leave the site. Access to the warehouse are proposed throughout the site’s green spaces with strong natural within the north eastern corner of the site will be maintained as part of the surveillance with direct sight lines to ensure strong pedestrian permeability proposals. with routes that are safe, direct, convenient and accessible for people of all abilities. The vehicle movement network defines a clear pattern of streets that are designed to respond to the sites topography and limit and control vehicles Strong accessibility to the existing bus stops and the public house on speeds with natural traffic calming measures through restricted amounts Brynna Road, as well as into woodland to the south and disused railway of straight roads and strategically placed turning radius. Multi-purpose corridor to the south is achieved through the provision of three access streets and private drives serve the majority of the development providing points into the site to the south. Pedestrian links are also proposed to less vehicle dominant environments in order to promote activity and Maywood to facilitate better east west connectivity. social interaction in the public realm; contributing to health, well-being, accessibility and inclusion.

Hedge planting along plot boundaries and tree planting along the streets Overlooked Segregated Pedestrain and Cyclist Route are intended to soften the public realm and soften the impact of car parking.

Vehicle permeability is second to pedestrian and cyclist movement limiting the impacts of car use; prioritising and encouraging walking and cycling, mitigating impacts and identifying opportunities to improve air quality.

Site Boundary Main Vehicle Access Bus Stop Key Footpath Primary Route Multi-functional Street Private Drive Disused Railway Corridor / Potential Pedestrian Path

Informal Path along disused railway in the south of the site Access and Movement Plan

36 37 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: RESILIENT WALES DESIGN Proposed streets and open spaces incorporate sustainable drainage systems and trees to create a high quality green setting for new homes and PROPOSALS contribute to the character of the area. Strong provision of new accessible green infrastructure spaces in close proximity to proposed and existing PROPOSALS 04 homes will contribute towards well-being for the area providing value space for social interaction. 04

4.4 LANDSCAPE AND GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE

The illustrative masterplan provides approximately 3.4 ha of open space Public Open Space Provision Informal Natural Space which includes a mixture of wooded, formal and informal high quality public open spaces which creates an appropriate transition to existing natural The landscape and green infrastructure plan illustrates the extent of The informal natural space provides the largest area open space and features. The open space strategy seeks to provide a multifunctional proposed high quality, green open spaces with a variety of landscapes benefits aesthetically from the proximity to the established mature network that supports quality of place, biodiversity and water management, and activities, including formal play within the scheme. The proposal vegetation. A number of properties along the southern edge overlook and addresses climate change mitigation and resilience. exceeds the open space requirements for 130 homes as set out by FIT the space and a number of pedestrian paths are proposed through the and local policy standards. space providing strong natural surveillance. The character of the space The landscape and green infrastructure plan to the right illustrates the is informal in response to its edge of settlement location and adjacent green infrastructure retained on site and proposed new landscape There are four key open spaces in total that make up this proposal, context. features. each has its own role and functions to suite a diverse range of needs contributing towards the overall legibility of the layout: The illustrative masterplan retains the majority of existing vegetation Existing Vegetation and areas of ecological value on site and proposes new planting and • Green Buffer wildflower grassland areas that would include species typical in species- The proposal aims to retain the majority of existing vegetation and rich grassland. This additional planting will offset any green infrastructure • Informal Natural Space ecologically valuable areas on site with slight infringements towards the lost to ensure biodiversity net gain; creating and enhancing habitats in a eastern end of the site. complimentary way with the development. • Formal Green Space The existing hedgerows located along the northern, southern and eastern In conjunction with the green buffer the informal natural space creates an Provision of these spaces will support a range of activities, provide strong perimeter of the site are to be retained and enhanced. Substantial tree ecological/green corridor on the southern perimeter of the site to maintain amenity value, opportunities for formal and informal play, exercise and rest planting is proposed along the spine road in order to soften the landscape a permeable and connected ecosystem along the disused railway. These that is accessible to existing and future residents. and break up hard surface areas. spaces will also act as dark corridors to ensure nocturnal species such as bats, dormice, otter, badger, and hedgehogs are not adversely affected The proposal retains and enhances green infrastructure providing buffer Green Buffer by artificial light. planting to the development edge to help integrate with the existing A green buffer space is proposed along the northern and southern edge landscape; minimising the visual impact and screening views of the site. of the site in response to the existing vegetation along the boundary Drainage to Brynna Road and woodland to the south. The buffer areas provide Tree hedge planting is proposed along primary, secondary and multi- A series of shallow bio swales running east west are proposed to manage multifunctional green spaces that will contribute to the amenity of the site, purpose streets as well as in the rear courtyard parking to soften the public excess runoff from the development and respond to the site topography. facilitate SUDs features and managing levels across the site whilst also realm and filter landscape into the development area. These swales will feed into attenuation basins located in the lowest parts of providing sufficient offsets for existing natural features. the site and will offer attractive landscape features as well as a sustainable Site Boundary Whilst there are views towards the site from Brynna Road to the woodland drainage solution at the gateway of the site. Retained Tree beyond the green buffer along the northern edge pushes homes back Proposed Tree The incorporation of planted up sustainable drainage systems (SUDs) out of sight. Properties abut the spaces in key locations providing natural Public Open Space such as water features, ponds or raingardens, into the design will also surveillance ensuring a safe environment. The topography of the site make SUDs Feature benefit a range of wildlife. this space a suitable location for the required attenuation basins. Green Verge/Shallow Bio Swale Landscape and Green Infrastructure Plan

38 39 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: VIBRANT WALES DESIGN The urban pattern accommodates environments providing destinations and opportunities for community cohesion. The spaces are accessible to all 04PROPOSALS and allow for existing and future residents to meet, share experiences and come together as a community. 04 PROPOSALS

4.5 TOWNSCAPE PLAN

The townscape plan to the right illustrates the two-dimensional pattern / The secondary nodal spaces act as a series of smaller spaces creating arrangement of the proposed development blocks, streets buildings and legibility and adding variety to the built form. These spaces are open spaces. These have been arrangement in a manner as to ensure predominately more hard landscaped spaces forming focal points for the these elements compliment one another to create an attractive place to live new community and providing tree planting and varying hard surfaces and work with a strong sense of place. Consideration towards movement treatment to add interest. desire lines through the site, topography, green infrastructure requirements and landscape character have also informed the development structure. One of the most notable aspects of the development is the range and quality of new key landscapes spaces created. Not only will the green The development pattern provides a coherent framework that identifies key infrastructure provide the setting for buildings in a natural context but views and vistas and addresses them to with landmark structures aiding also an opportunity for buildings to respond positively to the natural legibility and way-finding through the development. environment.

Primary frontages are particularly prominent and critical to the impact and Perimeter block principles strongly inform the design of the development appearance of the development and the public realm. Strong frontage providing a strong frontage to the public realm whilst protecting the is prioritised along open spaces and nodal points to ensure that these amenity of existing residents. This continuity assists in defining the public prominent spaces have a building frontage which helps create a distinctive realm, promotes an active street scene and helps to create a safe and quality and character. attractive environment. To avoid forming physical barriers to movement whilst protecting the amenity of both existing and proposed residents new Key spaces and a clear hierarchy of routes and intersections have been homes form back-to-back relationship with each other in order to minimise proposed to increase the legibility of development. Building and layout overlooking. The new development will provide frontage over the proposed Strong frontage and enclosure onto public realm and framed views design, planting and views are utilised to form visual focal points and areas of public open space and capitalise on views towards existing create legible routes to key destinations within and outside the site. mature green infrastructure.

Focal buildings are located at the termination of vistas, development The gateway space located at the site access will frame views through entrances or within key spaces. The inclusion of these homes with the site to the primary pedestrian access to the woodland beyond. The increased scale or distinctive architecture will add variety and interest to gateway space will provide an attractive entrance into the proposed the appearance of the development, provide points of focus within the development and enhances its overall legibility and sense of arrival. street scene and help people find their way round the site.

Site Boundary Buildings at key corner locations will also become focal points and provide Gateway Space animation and surveillance to both sides of the building facing the public Key Building Frontage realm. Focal Building View over Public Space Key Spaces Nodal Point

Positive boundary treatment and interface between properties and open space Townscape Plan

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4.6 CHARACTER AREAS PLAN

In order to ensure the proposal creates a strong sense of place and Village Core Woodland Edge respond to its context two character areas have been defined. The character areas plan to the right indicates the character areas that have The village core will covers approximately a third of the development area The neighbourhood edge fronting the open space to the south of the been identified as part of this design proposal, village core and woodland and defines the character for half of the proposed new homes. development area / ecological corridor provides a transition between the edge. built form and the woodland. The built form will vary in terms of dwelling sizes, but will generally consist To ensure the design proposals enhances and responds to the existing of semi detached and terrace dwellings creating a strong building The built form within this character area proposes a lower density local character the proposed development utilises and incorporates line, providing active frontage to routes through the site and providing development pattern thus creating a less formal and more landscape the distinctive and positive street typologies, spaces, materials and visual aides to strengthen legibility. The building line will be strong with dominated fringe. Homes will be predominantly larger semi-detached units architectural details that have been identified through the review of Brynna, architectural elements creating slight recesses and projections to add arranged in a more informal manner fronting onto the open space and Llanharan and Bryncae. interest and rhythm through the street scene. creating a positive outlook. Homes in this character area will achieve more generous plots to enable larger front gardens to facilitate parking and tree Both the Village core and woodland edge character areas have their own Homes in this character area will maintain a consistent set back to the planting. set of individual design rules, creating distinct areas of the site including: back edge of the pavement with allowance being made for primarily small front amenity spaces providing defensible space to the proposed homes. Boundary treatments such as vegetation, timber bollards or timber posts • Built form principles; will be used to help define private front amenity areas. The use of rear Variations in the roofscape will be created through subtle variations within parking courts will not be suitable for this character area, thus all parking • Changes in height; the building heights and through the inclusion of subtle variation within roof provision will be located on plot either to the side the associated home. form. Public areas will be clearly defined from private through the use of • Landscape treatments; consistent boundary treatments, such as low brick walls with railings and may include elements of on street planting. • Architectural detailing; and,

• Colour and use of materials. Corner turning home Strong overlooking and Soft landscape edge and addressing public realm on frontage to green asset buffer zones to woodland Small defensible space and both sides softening of landscape

Site Boundary Woodland Edge Village Core

Illustrative Boundary Treatment Sketch (Source: Hull Design Guide) Illustrative Landmark Structure Sketch (Source: Hull Design Guide) Illustrative woodland edge sketch Character Area Plan

42 43 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: EQUAL WALES DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: RESPONSIBLE WALES This proposal enables provision of a variety and choices of homes to suit all needs and ages. This includes people who require affordable housing The layout accommodates a compact and walkable neighbourhood that supports health and well-being. It uses land efficiently provides space for PROPOSALS or other rental homes. The proposal is also able to deliver a tenure neutral scheme where there is no segregation or difference in quality between PROPOSALS sustaining natural ecosystems and minimises flood risk and the potential impact of flooding 04 tenures by siting, accessibility, environmental conditions, external facade or materials. 04

Building Heights Car Parking Sustainability COMMUNITY SAFETY

The proposed development height and massing responds to the sites Residential Parking is to be located conveniently close to dwellings and in The masterplan supports and promotes a sustainable lifestyle and health Community safety and security are essential ingredients to the creation context and capitalises on the level change throughout the site consisting accordance with local planning policy requirements guidance contained and well-being through providing for sustainable travel via pleasant and of a successful and sustainable development. Clear urban design of a mix of 2-3 storey homes. 3 storey homes or proposed where properties within Manual for Streets. Proposed is primarily of on-plot parking direct pedestrian and cycle routes and new outdoor amenity space. The principles have been adopted based on a dialogue with a selection of front south towards the woodland. 2 storey properties are proposed along appropriate to the category of street, with visitor parking distributed proposed development aims to create an accessible and permeable key stakeholders prior to the application, resulting in a robust and legible the northern edge of the site to mitigate the impact of the development on efficiently over the site. environment that aids way-finding and encourages physical activity. layout with sustainable community principles at its heart and responding to Brynna Road and on existing residents and views to the woodland and the need to reduce crime and enhance community safety. beyond. 2.5 storey homes are recommended to be used in key locations to On-street parking is to be designed with the inclusion of street trees, The proposed layout facilitates a close connection between the provide distinctiveness in street scenes including: planting features and consideration should be given as to how it can add development and the site’s and local context’s natural assets, providing Some of the key benefits of the masterplan vision which will assist in activity to the streetscene without dominating the environment. attractive spaces integrated with the green and blue infrastructure of enhancing community safety are: • To terminate key vistas; the site. Public open spaces are well-connected and easily accessible On-plot parking will generally be located to the side and front of throughout the development, catering for a range of uses including • Improving links with the wider community and using effective • To define key public open spaces; properties, and innovative solutions should be explored in order to make recreation, relaxation and play. The green environment therefore aims engagement and participation by local people, groups and efficient use of land. to offer social and community benefits for residents but also enhances businesses in the planning, design and long−term stewardship of the • Within the formal, central core of the development. biodiversity and ecology development; RCT’s Access, Circulation & Parking Requirements (2011) sets out the Housing Mix following maximum car parking standards for residential development: Biodiversity and green infrastructure have been a key consideration for the • Creating inclusive, well designed, high quality public open spaces proposals and have been retained and enhanced where possible with the whilst maximising active frontages and natural surveillance through The proposals will deliver up to 130 high quality dwellings at an appropriate • 1 -2 bedroom house – two spaces per dwelling; development to promote the concept of community identity. development orientation; mix, including detached, semi-detached, terrace and townhouse style. 30% of the dwellings will be provided as affordable, however the exact tenure • 3+ bedroom house – three spaces per dwelling; The masterplan facilitates the development of a variety of house types, • Creating a clear distinction between public and private spaces with mix can be agreed with the Council. An element of affordable housing tenures and densities to reflect local needs and create a diverse appropriate boundary treatments; these can take the form of physical will be provided within the development in a series of small clusters. • 1 -2 bedroom apartment – two spaces per dwelling; community. The streets and spaces aim to encourage social interaction barriers such as dwarf walls, fences or hedges, or more subtle These will include affordable rented, shared ownership and low cost/ psychological barriers such as change in paving and materiality or • 3+ bedroom apartment – three spaces per dwelling; and community identity and pride through a shared sense of ownership. reduced cost market housing, details of the precise tenure arrangements landscaping. will be submitted at Reserved Matters Stage through consultation with • Visitor parking – 0.2 spaces per dwelling allocated. It is anticipated that the development will provide high quality homes with the Planning Authority and will be informed by the affordable housing the potential for a range of low and zero carbon design solutions that • Catering for a healthy mix of people of different ages, lifestyles and provisions. The mix will allow for a choice of housing tenures and a Wherever possible parking will be provided in accordance with the current will stand the test of time. Homes are orientated to maximise solar gain economic status through a variety and range of housing types in terms variation in the scale of dwellings to cater for different markets. standards established within the adopted Planning Policy. and have the potential to utilise smarter homes technologies, fabric first of dwelling size, type, tenure and affordability. principles and designed with built-in resilience.

Integ split level unit in Ffordd Dol Y Coed Fabric First Design Principles (Source: Hull Design Guide)

44 45 DESIGN THE WELL-BEING OF FUTURE GENERATIONS GOALS AND PLACEMAKING WALES PRINCIPLES: VIBRANT WALES DESIGN The proposals provides amenity space for personalisation to improve sense of ownership for home owners and clearly defined the boundaries 04PROPOSALS between private, shared and public spaces, making it more likely that occupants will use, value and take ownership of them. 04 PROPOSALS

4.7 APPEARANCE

The surrounding context provides positive elements this proposal can draw VILLAGE CORE WOODLAND EDGE upon in order to create a development that contributes towards the local character and identity of the area. The typical building forms, features and Density Medium Density (35 - 45 dpha) Density Medium Density (25 - 35 dpha) materials identified as part of the contextual analysis is used to inform the proposals to the right with regard to public realm and building treatments to Building Height Predominantly 2-3 storeys with some 2.5 Building Height Predominantly 2-3 storeys with some 2.5 Open spaces create a positive and coherent identity that residents and local communities storey at focal points storey at focal points can identify with. Layout Structure Mix of terrace, semi-detached and Layout Structure Predominantly less dense large semi- The table to the right provides an overview of the recommendations around apartments dwellings with strong frontage detached dwellings with more open frontage appearance for the site for both character areas. and enclosure onto primary road and towards edges and green spaces secondary spaces/nodal points. Streetscape / Public Relatively uniform built line along linear Streetscape / Public Relatively uniform built line along linear Realm streets to be broken up by increased Realm streets to be broken up by increased height/gable fronted corner buildings. height/gable fronted corner buildings. Predominantly tarmac for main carriageways Predominantly tarmac for main carriageways with potentially paving at key nodal points. Material pallets with potentially paving at key nodal points. Resin bound gravel for private drives. Resin bound gravel for private drives. Landscape Comparatively more rural setting with Landscape Comparatively more urban environment with significantly more soft landscaping and open potential for landscaping and tree planting space with potential for landscaping and tree at nodal points and along streets and in front planting along secondary streets, private gardens drives and in front gardens

Architectural Design Gabled roofs, gable end frontages, and use Architectural Design Gabled roofs, gable end frontages, and use of dormer windows of dormer windows House forms and detailing Illustrative Materials Walls: predominantly white render, grey / Illustrative Materials Walls: predominantly white render, grey / black timber cladding and black brick black timber cladding and black brick with stone potentially used in key strategic with stone potentially used in key strategic locations / on landmark structures locations / on landmark structures

Roofs: Slate or slate equivalent tiles Roofs: Slate or slate equivalent tiles

Boundary Treatments Boundary Treatments Predominantly low brick/stone walls with iron Predominantly hedge boundaries or open rail or hedge boundaries boundaries

Boundary treatments

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